Work With Us
Learn what it’s like to work with Prime Earth.
Our team of staff and volunteers collaborate in defined roles to run programs, projects, and operations.
The time, talents, and skills of our employees and volunteers at Prime Earth are vital to our success.
If you're looking to harness your passion for nature, apply your technical skills, and take action for primates, people, and the environment, a position on our team just might be the place for you!
Before You Apply
Take a few minutes to get to know Prime Earth and how we work.
It will help you understand the roles and whether this is the right fit for you.
If you have questions about any of the positions, feel free to reach out a info@prime-earth.org.
Our Onboarding Philosophy
Great people bring out the Greatness in other people!
At Prime Earth, we strive for excellence in everything that we do, knowing that when talented people are valued and supported, extraordinary global transformation is possible.
If you’re looking for a team that: values what you bring to the table, appreciates your desire to learn, and shares your deep appreciation for nature…. Plus you’re self-motivated, responsible, and ready to work hard to create a more compassionate world – while doing it all with a little pizazz – then you belong with us.
Diversity & Equity
It's important that you know:
Prime Earth is an equal opportunity employer and an affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity, support it, and thrive on the benefits people’s similarities and differences bring to our programs, services, and community when humans respectfully come together. We’re also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the first step of the onboarding process.
Modifications to ensure accessibility for everyone are possible during any phase of the evaluation process; simply contact us at info@prime-earth.org. All information will be kept confidential.
We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, empowering each individual within our team by supporting the unique perspectives, skills, and experiences each one of us brings to the group.
All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and organizational need. All aspects of employment evaluation are based on merit, performance, and organizational needs.
At Prime Earth we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all employees and volunteers.
We also require:
All team mates, employees, and volunteers to familiarize yourself with Prime Earth’s Mission, Vision, Values and Mandate to be sure that our organization is the right fit for you. Visit the About Us page to learn more about our organization. This is what we work for and it’s essential our mission resonates with you. If you’ve got questions, just let us know at info@prime-earth.org.
Our Company Culture
Empowered Impact
At Prime Earth we believe in lifting people up and our organization runs on trust, accountability, and transparency.
Our company culture revolves around working together and supporting each other to achieve the excellence we strive for in everything that we do. No matter the position within our organization, we are an integrated team and we want employees and volunteers to feel valued in all aspects of their lives, including both their professional and personal aspirations.
The Essentials for Every Teammate:
Talented Team Player
If you bring strong skills and love working with others, you’ll actually get to use them here alongside others.
You Care About Youth
If you believe young people and their potential, you’re aligned with what we’re building.
Passion for Conservation
If you care about ecosystems and the bigger picture, we’ll turn that passion into meaningful action.
Networking Ninja
Communicator
Extraordinaire
Self-Motivated Superstar
Dedicated Devotee
If you care deeply and show up for what you commit to, you’ll be trusted with real responsibility.
If you’ve got that inner drive and don’t wait around for direction, you’ll have room here to run with things.
f you know how to get people’s attention and actually move them, your voice matters here.
If you’re the kind of person who can open doors and connect people, we’ll put that superpower to use.
Our Hiring Process
Job
Advertising
Application
Screening
Evaluation/
Interviews
Position
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Offer to the Successful Candidate
Selection of Successful Candidate
How Our Team Works
Prime Earth is a small, collaborative team made up of both staff and volunteers working side by side.
Everyone on the team holds a defined role and contributes to the real work of running the organization—programs, communications, operations, and everything in between.
We work closely together. You won’t be left on your own, we provide guidance, feedback, and support so you can grow into your role and do it well. At the same time, we expect team members to take ownership of their responsibilities, communicate clearly, and follow through on what they commit to.
If you’re someone who wants to contribute, learn, and be part of a team that’s actively building something, you’ll do well here.
Commitment & Expectations
Being part of Prime Earth means showing up consistently and contributing to something that’s actively being built.
Each role comes with its own responsibilities and time commitment, but as a general guide:
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You are expected to contribute on a consistent weekly basis
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You communicate openly and keep others informed of your progress
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You follow through on what you take on
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You’re willing to ask questions, learn, and adapt as we grow
This isn’t a one-time or drop-in experience.
It’s a chance to take on a real role and be part of a team working toward something meaningful.
Who This Is For
Working at Prime Earth is a strong fit if you:
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want to use your skills in a real, structured way
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are ready to commit to a role and follow through
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enjoy being part of a small, collaborative team
If you’re looking for something casual, short-term, or highly directed step-by-step work, this likely won’t be the right fit—and that’s okay.
Looking for current opportunities?
Check out our Employment Opportunities and Volunteer Opportunities pages.
If you don’t see them in the 'About Us' drop-down menu, it means we don’t have any open positions right now.